Your Chevrolet Avalanche is capable of much more than you realize. Maximize its potential with the new Edge Evolution CTS. This performance module connects directly to your Chevrolet Avalanche's computer to reprogram its power settings, boosting horsepower and torque. You will see and feel a dramatic difference in shifting and overall driveability, especially when towing.

The incredibly easy-to-use, full-color touchscreen offers a a gauge display to keep you absolutely informed about your newly tuned Chevrolet Avalanche's engine, ensuring that its newfound power doesn't damage your system. With this unique feature you can:

Observe up to 8 parameters at a time

Automatically scan, read and clear diagnostic trouble codes

See alerts and records for RPM, MPH and EGT

Capture 0-60 and 1/4-mile performance times

Performance tests with drag-strip, Christmas-tree lighting (graphing speed and time on screen)

In addition, you can customize your new Evolution CTS with optional accessories such as Chevrolet Avalanche-specific dash pods for that "from-the-factory" look. Plus, the expandable accessory system makes it quick and easy to attach new products as they become available. The Evolution CTS is also fully compatible with Edge's backup camera (sold separately) as well as any other camera or DVD player that fits the integrated video-in port.

Maximize Fuel Economy

Edge's Mileage Coach program is designed to help you achieve better fuel economy. When you're not racing, towing or taking advantage of your engine's newfound power, switch on the Coach to view information from various parameters that will give you an indication of how your driving habits affect your fuel economy and overall engine performance.

Monitor real-time gas usage, displayed in either gallons per hour or liters per 100 kilometers. Enter the current price of gas to determine the cost of your trip or your overall fuel costs.

The Mileage Coach gauge indicates your overall engine performance and fuel economy. This analog gauge has three different colors to show where your driving and fuel economy are at a glance. If you are in the red, your current driving performance is poor. The green section in the middle of the gauge denotes good driving habits. The top portion will be a color of your choosing, and it indicates that you have reached optimal performance.

In addition to monitoring your driving performance, the Mileage Coach also offers tips to make you a more conscientious driver, thus enhancing your fuel economy by improving your driving skills.

I've used it for 3 months. The mileage calculated by the device is consistently high.
After checking mileage by the old fashioned method in average terrain (not flat), I have concluded that economy mode will yield 1MPG better on the road and no improvement around town.
Extreme is fun to use but on the road mileage will fall to about 10-11MPG (from 12-14MPG average) even if you drive somewhat conservatively.
Trailer towing mode consistently yields 1MPG improvement. I was getting about 8.1-8.2MPG towing my 8800lb 5th wheel before Edge. With the Edge in towing mode, I get 9.1MPG and the shift program makes it a lot easier to drive in the hills.
This device will frequently indicate average 18MPG, but it is not realistic and does not even match the factory mileage computer which is about 0.5-1MPG high. The absolute best I got in the economy mode, unloaded, on average terrain was 15.4MPG. I would normally get in the mid to high 14MPG range at best.
I am pleased with the Economy mode and I certainly appreciate that 9.1MPG while towing.
If I were buying again, I would not pay extra for the touch screen.
If you are an amateur radio operator, you need to be prepared for RF interference in the 2M band. It reminds me of the garbage you hear when you get near the LED traffic signals. It will overwhelm your APRS signals or weak simplex signals because you will need to raise the squelch so high to get above the interference.
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It emits a lot of RFI and inteferrers with my UHF and VHF radios. As far as engine performance, I could not be more pleased.

Ken H - 07/10/2014

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by: Anthony01/11/2013

I Bought this tuner for my 02 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD 6.0 and absolutely love it. This tuner gives you the power you need in any situation. The Economy tune is letting me get 18 miles to the gallon in this hog. 6 mpg improvement!! The towing tune is great. Allows me to pull my 27 ft toy hauler up any hill like nothing. Has a few different gauge setups to fit your style. I think This product is overall the best one out there. Very recommended.
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by: tim12/26/2013

great product but cant adjust power level on the fly and also have to remove a fuse under the hood to adjust the power level. if i knew this before would have went with other brand on their site
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by: Lewis02/14/2011

Review from a similar Edge Evolution CTS in Performance Chip

I am very pleased with my recent purchase of my Edge Evolution CTS Programmer. I have a 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD with a 6.6 liter Duramax Diesel and an Allison transmission. I put the very user frienly CTS Programmer on it, all I can say is WOW! It's like driving a Corvette with 33 inch Nitto Mud Grapplers and a truck bed! Absolutely amazing! On my 30 minute trip home on a winding country highway full of hills, I went from 13.5 mpg avg to a 19 mpg avg. I am tickled to death with my purchase. On level 4 (exreme) you can be running at 35-40 mph and white smoke the back tires( 33 inch Nitto Mud Grapplers! I don't recommend it though! Spinning tires that is.
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Are you still as pleased with the programmer since you have had it on your truck for a while now?

comment by: Jason H - 04/09/2013

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I will email Lewis and let him know you have a question regarding his review. Thanks for the question!

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by: Steve M08/29/2013

Review from a similar Edge Evolution CTS in Performance Chip

Shipped very fast, great service. Product is as described and works perfect.
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Will edge 85200 work on 2001 duramax with standard trans?

comment by: Kenny - 12/25/2013

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The Edge 85200 will not work on diesel LB7 or LLY engines with a manual transmission. Your 2001 Duramax would be an LB7.

Both the Edge Performance Chip, 3 EP85150 and # EP85250, have been approved for use on the 4.6 or 5.4 liter Triton V8s which are gas engines. Both of these programmers offer an array of options. The difference between them is that the EP85250 has a touch screen interface and larger display. I have included a link to the installation details and a video review below.
For your situation, you would want to use the towing setting. This will provided the added power, torque, and better shift...view full answer...

I have an Edge programmer available for the GMC Yukon Denali with 6.2 l motor, but the item you selected will not work with the 6.2 motor on the Yukon Denali.
You can either use the Edge Insight CS, part # EP83730 or the Edge Insight CTS, part # EP83830. The difference between the CS and CTS is that the CTS has a touch screen. Both the CS and CTS are not designed to tune your engine, increase power or horsepower. The Insight CS # EP83730 and Edge Insight CTS # EP83830 are designed to...view full answer...

I contacted our representative at Edge and he informed me that they are getting gains of up to 35 horsepower and 35 ft/lbs of torque added to a stock Ford F-150 using the Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, part # EP85250. The gains on your truck could vary slightly.
In addition to a programmer, adding exhaust and an aftermarket intake will also help in performance gains on your 2002 Ford F-150. Adding an intake and exhaust will allow more air to flow to engine and air to flow more freely...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution CS Programmer, # EP85150, will work great for 2001 Ford F-150 5.4L. This programmer will give your truck up to 15 additional horsepower and 20 ft/lbs of torque. These ratings are based on stock vehicles and could be different if you have any aftermarket parts installed.
This programmer has an economy power level that will create overall less power for everyday driving that will help with your fuel economy. The Mileage Coach will also help by monitoring your driving...view full answer...

I recommend unplugging the Superchips Cortex Performance Tuner, # SU3950, after the tune is made because the tuner will stay on and draw power from the vehicle battery. If you continuously leave the tuner plugged in, you could come out to a dead battery one day. Keep in mind, this is only a programmer and leaving it plugged in will not allow you to continuously monitor data.
At this time we do not have any programmers that will allow you to change tunes on the go. Superchips and Edge...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, # EP85250, is a performance chip for the 1998 Ford F-150 with a 5.4L Triton V8. What it can do is download its own software onto the truck computer which will allow it to take control of, and optimize, various components of the engine and transmission. It will change shift points for the best performance, increase fuel efficiency by regulating air and fuel intake, and increase horse power and torque while getting the most out of your engine.
The chip...view full answer...

If you click on the provided link, you can see the available programmer/monitors for your F150 with the 5.4L engine.
To improve performance as well as maximize fuel economy, I would recommend the Edge Evolution. The Evolution is available in a CS (Color Screen) part # EP85150 or CTS (Color Touch Screen) # EP85250 version. The only difference between the two units is the screen of the unit.
The Evolution offers 4 power levels for gas motors, Stock, Level 1 which increases HP by 5 and...view full answer...

Adding the Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, # EP85250, will definitely help with towing in any terrain by maximizing transmission shifting efficiency while in the Towing setting. In the Towing setting the engine is tuned to provide optimum power when it is most needed to tow a load.
Other settings will offer more horsepower, but for your situation to optimize low end torque, the Towing setting is best. You can see gains of up to 35 horsepower and foot pounds of torque, but every engine...view full answer...

Both the Bully Dog GT # BY40410GMC and the Edge Evolution CTS # EP85250 programmers/monitors provide comparable functions for your 2001 Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L gas engine. Both allow a choice of different tunes with various power and torque increases, both allow for monitoring of a number of engine parameters of your choosing (subject to their availability on your truck), both include a driving coach function that helps you take note of your driving habits that can affect fuel consumption...view full answer...

I will use my car as an example to help explain that tuning a car will provide additional power and efficiency.
My car is a 1998 Pontiac Trans Am with a 5.7 liter engine. When my car was completely stock and I had it retuned and I picked up about 10 horsepower and about 2 additional miles per gallon. That is the norm for almost all gas engines.
Now if you talk about diesel engines there is a lot more power and efficiency that can be picked up with a tune.
But the general consensus...view full answer...

I can promise you that I will only lead you to the right parts for your vehicle every time. For your 2003 GMC Yukon XL with the 8.1 liter gas engine, there are 2 options for Edge programmers. First is the Color Screen Evolution, # EP85150, that you have referenced. The other option is the Color Touch Screen Evolution, # EP85250.
The difference between these two parts is that the former has a color screen and push button interface while the latter has a touch screen interface. Otherwise,...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution Programmer, # EP15051, can help improve your fuel mileage, however, there are many factors that affect fuel economy. I would also like to mention that fuel mileage gains are typically quite minimal with tuners and programmers, especially with gas vehicles.
Most tuners and programmers are designed to improve the performance and efficiency of the engine. One result of improved engine performance is better fuel economy, but driving habits have a big influence on fuel...view full answer...

Your update for your Edge Products Evolution # EP85250 on your 2013 5.0 Lariat, literally became live today at 2:30pm.
To obtain your update simply go to edgeproducts.com and on the left side of the page you will see Fusion Software Update, click on that prompt. You will then register your unit. After your unit is registered, you can plug your unit into your computer and download the specific updates needed for your vehicle.
This program works on a Windows based computer. If you...view full answer...

We actually carry not 1 but 2 Edge Programmer options rated for use on your 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 with the 6.2 liter gasoline engine. First, we have the Edge Evolution # EP85150. With this model, you get the full color screen, horsepower and torque increases, improved shift points, and better fuel economy, along with a slew of other features. I have included a link to the installation details and a video review of Edge Programmers below.
The second option is the Edge Evolution CTS, #...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution, part # EP85250 is indeed compatible with your 5.3 L equipped 2010 Sierra. The Evolution CTS would provide up to 20 additional HP and up to 20 ft/lbs of torque. Actual increases would depend on the condition of the vehicle and your driving style.
In addition of providing the ability to change the tune of your engine for increased performance and fuel economy, you'll be able to monitor up to 8 performance parameters at a time.
An optional rear-view camera, part...view full answer...

We carry a few programmers that will increase the horsepower and help improve the gas mileage of your 2003 Ford F-150 5.4L. The Edge CTS Programmer, # EP85250, and the Edge CS Programmer, # EP85150, will give your truck up to 15 additional horsepower and 20 foot pounds of torque.
The economy power level will create less overall power for everyday driving to improve your trucks fuel efficiency. In addition to the economy power level, both programmers include the Mileage Coach program...view full answer...

For your 2008 GMC Sierra 5.3L Flex Fuel model, I would recommend the Edge CTS Programmer, # EP85250. This programmer will improve your engine performance and has an economy mode that will improve your gas mileage for everyday driving. This programmer also has the Mileage Coach which monitors your driving habits to show how your driving habits affect your fuel economy.
Typical power gains with this programmer on your truck is 20 additional horsepower and 20 ft-lbs of torque. This programmer...view full answer...

I spoke with my contact at Edge Performance and he informed me that this Edge Evolution Programmer and Monitor, part # EP85250, does not have a reputation for damaging transmissions or causing sensors to malfunction. He said he has never heard of any of those issues before, but if you had a damaged transmission and then put this programmer on and drove your truck hard you might cause more damage.
I also asked about the gas mileage increase and he said that in economy mode you would see...view full answer...

I spoke with my contact at Edge about your 2006 GMC 1500. The Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, # EP85250 (link to installation details below), can re-calibrate the speedometer as well as optimize the shift points based on the new tire size. It will also add horsepower and increase fuel efficiency.view full answer...

Edge and Superchips will offer programmers that will allow you to tune your engine for gains in horsepower and torque. They will also allow you to optimize the engine and transmission performance for the best fuel economy possible. I am including links to a product page that will list the Edge and Superchips programmers that will work on your Hummer.
Bully Dog will only offer a monitor for your 2003 Hummer H2. The monitor can only display your vehicles engine data and not allow you to...view full answer...

Yes, you can install the Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, # EP85250, on your 2004 GMC 2500HD with 225,000 miles and a cold air intake. When installing a programmer on a vehicle with high mileage, you will want to make sure the truck is in good running condition. Pre-existing, minor problems can turn into major problems once a programmer or tuner is installed. I would recommend having a tune-up done before installing the programmer and ensure you are not having any problems.
Edge states...view full answer...

There are actually 2 Performance Chips available for your 2000 Ford Expedition 4.6 liter V8. First is the Edge Evolution CS, # EP85150. It offers 40 foot pounds of additional torque, 50 more horsepower, and has 5 power levels.
The Edge Evolution CTS, # EP85250, will also fit. It offers the same specs as the above CS model but it has a touch screen interface. I have included instructions for both recommended Chips below along with a video demo.
The Edge Evolution Programmer, # EP15050,...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution CTS Programmer - Color Touch Screen - Chevy/GMC V8, item # EP85250, will not void the warranty on your 2009 Chevrolet Pickup just because you installed and used it. There is a federal law that says that the vehicle manufacturer must provide warranty repair on the vehicle as long as the aftermarket programmer or other device is not the actual cause of the malfunction or breakdown. Page 7 of the Instructions (see link) goes into detail about this. Edge strongly recommends...view full answer...

For your 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Crew Cab with 6.2L engine I have 3 programmers available that can help increase horsepower and torque and help improve the fuel economy. I am including a link to a page that will show the programmers that will fit your 6.2L engine.
I also have 5 programmers and monitors available for your Silverado that will increase horsepower and torque along with fuel economy. The difference is these programmers have a display monitor that can be installed on...view full answer...

There are so many variables involved when calculating gas mileage that an expected gain is not available. Some users have seen an increase of 1 to 4 miles per gallon. Others have gone as far to say that they have seen 28 mpg on the highway. The driving conditions, terrain, speed, driving habits and other variables factor in to fuel economy. The one constant is that when in the economy mode, all users have experienced at least some gain in miles per gallon.
I have included a link to the...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution CS Programmer, part # EP85150 and the Edge Evolution CTS Programmer, part # EP85250 will work on your 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty 5.4L Gas engine.
The difference is the CS version has a Color Screen monitor and the CTS version has a Color Touch Screen monitor.
I am including a link to the user guide for the Edge CS and CTS programmer and a link to a video review of the Edge programmer.
The Edge Evolution Programmer, part # EP15051 that you have referenced will...view full answer...

The tow/haul button should not have to be used since the programmer is making the necessary changes to the transmission and engine for optimum towing on your 2002 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Different octanes burn or combust at different temperatures. Using a lower octane with a setting that requires high octane can result in poor performance and possibly damage the engine. Using a higher octane at a lower setting is still not recommended but would not be as troublesome. You will want to...view full answer...

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